Trump's team to increase Ukraine fraud investigation efforts

express.co.uk

Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky's meeting at the White House ended in a shouting match, leading to increased scrutiny of U.S. aid to Ukraine. A senior U.S. official indicated that investigations into potential fraud will be expedited. The U.S. Department of Government Efficiency and Elon Musk are already examining issues related to U.S. assistance. This follows reports that the State Department has ended a significant initiative aimed at restoring Ukraine's energy grid, which has faced repeated attacks. Tensions escalated during the meeting, with Trump criticizing Ukraine's military situation and Zelensky warning of future consequences if U.S. support wanes. The meeting concluded without any agreements, marking a low point in U.S.-Ukraine relations.


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